Thanksgiving 2017
Thursday 23th November 11am
As is tradition, the American community in London will gather in St Paul’s to celebrate Thanksgiving. All people, especially the large American community in London, are very welcome to attend. The US Ambassador speaks at the service, usually delivering a message from the President as well. American songs, like "America the Beautiful" are also part of the experience. Entry for services is free.
Thursday 23 November 7:30pm
An American Thanksgiving feast with all the trimmings will take place at magnificent Clothworkers’ Hall. Roast turkey (and stuffing and vegetables and of course pumpkin pie) will be a highlight.
From 24 to 26 November
Plymouth, in Devon, England, hold Thanksgiving celebrations to commemorate their Mayflower and Transatlantic heritage. The famous Mayflower ship in 1620 set sail with 102 passengers and 30 crew members for America. These pilgrims settled on what is know as Plymouth, Massachusetts.
From 24 to 26 November the Royal William Yard will be lit up with light installations, immersive visual art and light projections.
Crowds will have the chance to walk around and see some fantastic light installations and projections around the yard as well being entertained by music and a local DJ. Food stalls and a bar will also be open all evening.
Celebrate thanksgiving in London with American festive food and fun that includes turkey, pumpkin pie, and chowder. Here are some restaurants which offer thanksgiving menus:
An all-American Thanksgiving feast perfect for celebrating whether you are an expat or not!
The Thanksgiving menu is available for lunch and dinner on Thursday, 23 November and is £55 per person. To make a booking: 020 3301 1155 or reservations@balthazarlondon.com
A welcoming dining experience with dishes served family style.
The three-course Thanksgiving menu for £60 per person includes butternut soup with fresh truffles, smashed avocado with sweet potato chips, and grilled corn on the cob with chimichurri dressing. The main event is a succulent salt baked and roasted turkey, and you'll finish the meal with a classic pecan tart with cinnamon ice cream. To make a reservation please book online or contact 020 7495 2211.
Specialising in hot chicken and liquor from America's South, they will offer a truly authentic meal with all the fixings!
£50/pp, £25 for children 12 and under. Book online.
A series of traditional Thanksgiving buffet style dinners from Thursday 23rd to Saturday 25th November.
Expats and lovers of American home style cooking will be able to book seats at a buffet style, all-you-can-eat feast which will kick off at 7pm.
A range of seasonal cocktails will also be available, including eggnog, mulled wine and hot buttered cider. £45 per person (All you can eat) Reservation necessary.
Special to our Thanksgiving menu is the traditional roast turkey with grapes & herb stuffing and cranberry jam among other delectable fare.
For Thanksgiving 3 course traditional menu £40 person, call 020 7481 8422.
For a classic celebration of Thanksgiving a seasonal menu including plenty of home-cooked American favourites, Roast Bronze Turkey served with all the trimmings and Chocolate and Pecan Nut Brownies.
Reservations: 020 7581 0025
It brings the real spirit of the holiday to the Thanksgiving feast by serving it as a shared meal at a communal table. Arrive with friends or on your own, it's all done as a sharing feast. £40 per person includes a really home-style meal with turkey, cornbread stuffing, sweet potatoes, mac and cheese, and more trimmings. Reservation necessary.
Also at their sister cafes Rail House Cafe'(Victoria) and Village East (Bermondsey)
Casual, football on TV, with several locations in London. Clam chowder or a pulled pork quesadilla are among the starters and and ham is there beside the turkey on the main course platter for two. All day they will be dishing out a 3-course feast of Turkey, Ham, all the trimmings and choice of Key Lime or Pumpkin Pie for £27.95. Booking in advance recommended.
They welcome homesick expats and curious Londoners alike to indulge in the traditional Thanksgiving feast. You will be able to enjoy a succulent herb roast turkey with cranberry sauce, stuffing, potatoes and a wide variety of vegetables; and Thanksgiving would not be Thanksgiving if we didn’t finish up with one of the best pumpkin pies in London! £68 per person.To book call 020 7321 6007.
If you prefer to celebrate Thanksgiving at home, here are some places where you can get all the ingredients for a beautiful and mouth-watering feast: Lidgate Butchers Whole Foods Panzers Partridges